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Thomas Webster

Leland,NC

Summary

Accomplished Product Development Manager with over a decade of extensive experience in the medical devices industry. Recognized for delivering exceptional results in product launches and expanding market share. Proficient in crafting and executing strategic marketing plans that align with organizational goals, while building and nurturing robust relationships with suppliers to ensure optimal collaboration.

Demonstrates a keen eye for detail in quality assurance processes, combined with superior communication skills that foster teamwork and streamline operations. This focus has led to remarkable cost reductions and significant enhancements in efficiency across projects. Highly skilled in lifecycle management, adept at overseeing every phase of product development from conception to market entry. Expert in vendor negotiations, consistently driving project success through innovative solutions and strategic partnerships.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Rotating Parts Design Resident Engineer

GE Aerospace
08.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated and adjusted construction and engineering processes to maximize project efficiency, solving technical problems.
  • Successfully managed project schedules by implementing effective time management strategies, mitigating any potential delays or disruptions in the construction process.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives within the team by analyzing past performances on completed projects and identifying areas for growth or enhancement moving forward.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors and consultants to boost productivity and efficiency.

Product Development Manager

Spectrum Solutions
04.2022 - 07.2024
  • I am responsible for developing and managing comprehensive project risk management plans that proactively identify potential challenges and delineate mitigation strategies throughout the project's entire lifecycle. This role necessitates the proficient interpretation of emerging situations and issues while ensuring that our methodologies adhere meticulously to FDA regulations, ISO standards, and Oratech protocols.

    In addition, I oversee the creation and refinement of Design History Files (DHF), which meticulously document the development process and incorporate post-market change control deliverables to guarantee compliance and traceability of product modifications.

    Furthermore, I facilitate project meetings to ensure that all team members have a clear understanding of project deliverables. This entails defining actionable steps, effectively communicating agreements, and diligently following up to ensure the timely completion of each action item.

Product Development Manager

Moog Medical Devices Group
11.2019 - 04.2022

Act as the primary liaison for initiating new projects, providing insights on the current status reports, and offering guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Deliver timely updates to all project stakeholders while diligently monitoring various components of activity to ensure that project deliverables are achieved in accordance with established criteria, including scope, resources, timelines, budget, and quality standards.

Collaborate closely with the Business Unit and Brand Marketing teams to discuss and finalize launch formats, volumes, and timings, ensuring that the launch plans are both realistic and attainable.

Develop comprehensive documentation for project and quality systems pertaining to new products and processes, as well as modifications to existing products and processes, to facilitate clarity and compliance at all stages of development.

Mechanical Engineer

Ultradent Products
08.2008 - 11.2019
  • Generated system concepts to satisfy product requirements.
  • Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as procurement, logistics, and quality control to streamline interdepartmental communication and collaboration efforts effectively.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction, achieving significant savings without compromising on quality.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
06-2008

Skills

  • Strategic Product Launch
  • Project management
  • Production Management Skills
  • Supplier Relationship Building
  • Strategic Marketing Planning
  • Lifecycle Management Expertise
  • Vendor Negotiation Expertise
  • Product Design Prototyping
  • Effective Time Management
  • Meticulous Quality Assurance
  • Strong Communication Skills

Timeline

Lead Rotating Parts Design Resident Engineer

GE Aerospace
08.2024 - Current

Product Development Manager

Spectrum Solutions
04.2022 - 07.2024

Product Development Manager

Moog Medical Devices Group
11.2019 - 04.2022

Mechanical Engineer

Ultradent Products
08.2008 - 11.2019

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Weber State University
Thomas Webster